Howie Shipp Browser Extension – Privacy Policy
Effective Date: December 2025
Company: Howie Shipp, LLC
Extension Name: Ship, Pay, X-ray (Howie Shipp Extension)
This Privacy Policy explains how the Howie Shipp browser extension (“Extension”) collects, uses, and protects user data in compliance with browser extension marketplace policies, including those of Google Chrome Web Store and Mozilla Firefox Add-ons.
By installing or using this Extension, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. Purpose of the Extension
The Howie Shipp Extension is designed to:
* Retrieve and display retailer shipping and payment information
* Integrate with the Howie Shipp API to provide lookup services
* Enhance user awareness when browsing online retailers
The Extension collects only the minimum data necessary to perform these functions.
2. Information We Collect
A. Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
The Extension does not require users to submit personally identifiable information to function.
However, if the Extension connects to a logged-in Howie Shipp account, limited account-related data (such as email or username) may be processed securely.
B. Authentication Information
* Secure tokens or session identifiers (if logged in)
* No plaintext passwords are stored in the Extension
C. Website & Domain Data (Core Functionality)
To provide retailer lookup services, the Extension may collect:
* Current website domain (e.g., retailer URL)
* Page metadata necessary to perform API lookups
This data is used only in real-time to return relevant shipping and payment information.
D. Location Data
* IP address (processed server-side via API requests)
* General geographic region (if applicable)
No precise GPS location is collected.
E. Usage & Interaction Data
* Basic interaction events (e.g., extension clicks, feature usage)
* Diagnostic data for performance and error handling
No keystroke logging or invasive tracking is performed.
F. Web History
The Extension does not collect or store browsing history.
It only accesses the active tab URL at the moment of use to perform its intended function.
G. Personal Communications
We do not collect emails, messages, or communications through the Extension unless voluntarily submitted for support.
H. Financial Information
The Extension does not collect or store financial or payment information.
I. Health Information
The Extension does not collect health or medical data.
3. How We Use Data
All collected data is used strictly to:
* Perform real-time retailer lookup requests
* Display shipping and payment information
* Maintain extension functionality and security
* Improve performance and reliability
We do not use data for advertising, profiling, or unrelated purposes.
4. Data Sharing
Howie Shipp does not sell, rent, or transfer user data.
Data may be shared only:
* With the Howie Shipp API to process lookup requests
* With service providers strictly necessary for hosting or infrastructure
* When required by law
5. Data Minimization & Retention
* Data is processed only when needed
* Domain lookups are handled in real time and not permanently stored in the Extension
* Any retained data is limited to operational necessity
6. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard protections, including:
* HTTPS encryption for all API communications
* Secure authentication handling
* Protection against unauthorized access
7. User Control
Users can:
* Disable or uninstall the Extension at any time
* Control permissions through browser settings
No hidden data collection occurs beyond declared permissions.
8. Developer Program Certifications
Howie Shipp certifies that:
* We do not sell or transfer user data to third parties, except as required to operate the Extension
* We do not use or transfer user data for purposes unrelated to the Extension’s core functionality
* We do not use or transfer user data to determine creditworthiness or for lending purposes
9. Permissions Justification (For Store Review)
The Extension may request the following permissions:
* Active Tab / Host Permissions
Used only to read the current website domain to perform lookup queries
* Storage
Used to store user preferences or session data
* Network Requests (API Access)
Used to communicate securely with the Howie Shipp API
All permissions are used strictly for the Extension’s core functionality.
10. Third-Party Services
The Extension communicates with:
* Howie Shipp API (first-party service)
* Hosting and infrastructure providers
No third-party advertising or tracking services are used.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Updates will be reflected with a revised effective date.
12. Contact Information
Howie Shipp, LLC
Email: support@howieshipp.com
Website: http://www.howieshipp.com
Effective Date: December 2025
Company: Howie Shipp, LLC
Extension Name: Ship, Pay, X-ray (Howie Shipp Extension)
This Privacy Policy explains how the Howie Shipp browser extension (“Extension”) collects, uses, and protects user data in compliance with browser extension marketplace policies, including those of Google Chrome Web Store and Mozilla Firefox Add-ons.
By installing or using this Extension, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. Purpose of the Extension
The Howie Shipp Extension is designed to:
* Retrieve and display retailer shipping and payment information
* Integrate with the Howie Shipp API to provide lookup services
* Enhance user awareness when browsing online retailers
The Extension collects only the minimum data necessary to perform these functions.
2. Information We Collect
A. Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
The Extension does not require users to submit personally identifiable information to function.
However, if the Extension connects to a logged-in Howie Shipp account, limited account-related data (such as email or username) may be processed securely.
B. Authentication Information
* Secure tokens or session identifiers (if logged in)
* No plaintext passwords are stored in the Extension
C. Website & Domain Data (Core Functionality)
To provide retailer lookup services, the Extension may collect:
* Current website domain (e.g., retailer URL)
* Page metadata necessary to perform API lookups
This data is used only in real-time to return relevant shipping and payment information.
D. Location Data
* IP address (processed server-side via API requests)
* General geographic region (if applicable)
No precise GPS location is collected.
E. Usage & Interaction Data
* Basic interaction events (e.g., extension clicks, feature usage)
* Diagnostic data for performance and error handling
No keystroke logging or invasive tracking is performed.
F. Web History
The Extension does not collect or store browsing history.
It only accesses the active tab URL at the moment of use to perform its intended function.
G. Personal Communications
We do not collect emails, messages, or communications through the Extension unless voluntarily submitted for support.
H. Financial Information
The Extension does not collect or store financial or payment information.
I. Health Information
The Extension does not collect health or medical data.
3. How We Use Data
All collected data is used strictly to:
* Perform real-time retailer lookup requests
* Display shipping and payment information
* Maintain extension functionality and security
* Improve performance and reliability
We do not use data for advertising, profiling, or unrelated purposes.
4. Data Sharing
Howie Shipp does not sell, rent, or transfer user data.
Data may be shared only:
* With the Howie Shipp API to process lookup requests
* With service providers strictly necessary for hosting or infrastructure
* When required by law
5. Data Minimization & Retention
* Data is processed only when needed
* Domain lookups are handled in real time and not permanently stored in the Extension
* Any retained data is limited to operational necessity
6. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard protections, including:
* HTTPS encryption for all API communications
* Secure authentication handling
* Protection against unauthorized access
7. User Control
Users can:
* Disable or uninstall the Extension at any time
* Control permissions through browser settings
No hidden data collection occurs beyond declared permissions.
8. Developer Program Certifications
Howie Shipp certifies that:
* We do not sell or transfer user data to third parties, except as required to operate the Extension
* We do not use or transfer user data for purposes unrelated to the Extension’s core functionality
* We do not use or transfer user data to determine creditworthiness or for lending purposes
9. Permissions Justification (For Store Review)
The Extension may request the following permissions:
* Active Tab / Host Permissions
Used only to read the current website domain to perform lookup queries
* Storage
Used to store user preferences or session data
* Network Requests (API Access)
Used to communicate securely with the Howie Shipp API
All permissions are used strictly for the Extension’s core functionality.
10. Third-Party Services
The Extension communicates with:
* Howie Shipp API (first-party service)
* Hosting and infrastructure providers
No third-party advertising or tracking services are used.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Updates will be reflected with a revised effective date.
12. Contact Information
Howie Shipp, LLC
Email: support@howieshipp.com
Website: http://www.howieshipp.com
